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DEAR ABBY: I drive a classic car to work every day at a construction site. Since I began working there this summer, people often ask me about selling it. Most of the time I take it as a compliment and tell them it is not for sale currently, but the same people often continue to ask. It is starting to get on my nerves. I have even seen people trying to open up the hood to see the engine while I’m off in the distance. I understand people asking about it is part of owning an old vehicle, but I do not have another car or mode of transportation, and I’m starting to get worried. Any advice would be greatly appreciated. -- ON EDGE IN GEORGIA
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April Yvette Harjo, Seminole resident departed this life on September 20, 2021 at the age of 58.
Read moreDEAR HARRIETTE: I stayed at my friend’s family-owned bed and breakfast a while ago, and they still haven’t refunded my security deposit. I called the front desk formally to ask about it, and they said to contact my bank.
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DEAR ABBY: I have been in my second marriage for almost 20 years. My wife came with two grown children, who each have two kids. I have tried to be the best family man I could, and a father and grandfather who treated them like they were my own.
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DEAR ABBY: After 28 years of marriage, is it strange that I would like my wife to initiate sex? I would like to know that she is interested, not just me. When I brought it up three weeks ago, her response again was, “We can whenever you want to,” which wasn’t true because I have been turned down before. Any suggestions? She stays home all day and wants for nothing. Do you think she’s getting it somewhere else? -- FRUSTRATED IN THE BEDROOM
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To me, “the farm” has always meant the farm where my mother grew up, one of 11 children. Every book I ever read that was set on a farm, and many other books as well, all took place in my imagination at my mother’s family farm and the surrounding woods.
Read moreEAR HARRIETTE: My grandmother has been sick for about a year. She’s slowly losing control of her body and mind. She’s not capable of living alone as she can’t walk much and shows early signs of dementia. She has a live-in caretaker. My mom often goes over there to spend time with her and provide social connection. However, every time my mom comes home, she’s in a bad mood -- and understandably so. It’s just that she becomes so sad that it worries me. I don’t know what to do. How do I let her know I’m here for her and suggest she talk to a professional? -- Approaching Loss DEAR APPROACHING LOSS: Caregivers are often the family members who are the least cared for and the most at risk because they are so laser-focused on helping the person in immediate need that they neglect themselves. As a caregiver, she may have trouble finding enough time to tend to herself or may be too saddened to think about anything positive. It’s great that you are noticing your mother’s needs so that you can help -- even if only in small ways.
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Hello, dear readers, and welcome back to our ongoing discussion about the COVID-19 vaccine. We’re tackling two topics that generate a lot of mail: potential allergies to vaccine ingredients, and the future of booster shots.
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